Elementary School Social Worker/Psychologist

Job Description

Job Description

School Social Worker

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology, including at least one year of internship under the supervision of a credentialed school psychologist. Valid Illinois Professional Educator License

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver’s license.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Testing practices, procedures and methods.
• Various testing materials, instruments, and equipment.
• Individual and group counseling techniques.
• Federal and state laws and regulations regarding special education and assigned duties.
• IEP preparation and implementation methods and procedures.
• Appropriate referral agencies.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Technical aspects of field specialty.
• Cultural differences in student population.

• Perform professional evaluations of psychological, social and educational needs of students.
• Develop, write and implement comprehensive Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for special education students.
• Utilize various testing techniques, materials, equipment and instruments.
• Counsel effectively with students and parents.
• Prepare and maintain confidential records and files.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Work confidently with discretion.
• Communicate effective both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Maintain current knowledge and technological advances in the field.
• Relate sensitively to a diverse student population.

School Psychologist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Possess a Master’s Degree in Social Work
• Understanding and experience with curriculum design, planning and instruction
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid driver’s license and Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL).

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Principles of social work and case management.
• Individual and group behavior and effect of social and economic forces on individuals.
• Current social and economic issues.
• Physical, intellectual, social and emotional growth patterns of students.
• Principles and techniques of interviewing and recording social case work.
• Community resources.
• Research methods and report writing techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interviewing methods and techniques.
• Applicable sections of the State Education Code.
• Principles of individual and group counseling.
• Cultural differences in student population.

Ability to:

• Research pupils’ educational and social background and identify current behaviors.
• Counsel students, parents, and families individually or in groups to enable students to identify and attain good academic achievement, behavior, and attendance.
• Coordinate and enhance communications between school, parents, community agencies, and students.
• Interview pupils, parents, school staff and community members and interpret data received.
• Make referrals to appropriate persons and agencies as indicated by the case plan.
• Work confidently with discretion.
• Organize, prepare, and make oral presentations.
• Drive personal vehicle to perform duties as specified under established guidelines.
• Speak and write effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, students, parents, and the public.

**PLEASE APPLY TO BE CONSIDERED**

Company DescriptionBanner Personnel Service opened its doors on September 28, 1970. As a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) certified by the City of Chicago, Banner is a full service placement firm specializing in Support Professionals, Sales and Marketing, Industrial, Medical, and Accounting and Finance. We continue to provide qualified temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire talent to hundreds of clients in the Chicago metropolitan area with offices located in Chicago, Libertyville and Naperville. Banner Personnel is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

Company Description

Banner Personnel Service opened its doors on September 28, 1970. As a Woman Business Enterprise (WBE) certified by the City of Chicago, Banner is a full service placement firm specializing in Support Professionals, Sales and Marketing, Industrial, Medical, and Accounting and Finance. We continue to provide qualified temporary, temp-to-hire and direct hire talent to hundreds of clients in the Chicago metropolitan area with offices located in Chicago, Libertyville and Naperville. Banner Personnel is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.